First review of the new Artra Camera One photography-inspired watch (coupon code included)
October CIPA 2025: camera and lens shipments are up substantially

Godox announced a new iT20 R compact TTL mini flash for Ricoh GR cameras. Powered by a built-in lithium battery, it delivers up to 700 full-power flashes, a fast 1.5s recycle time, and output control from 1/32 to 1/1 — all in an ultra-light 45g body. The price $59. Available in both black and silver.
The Godox iT20 R is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo (check also Amazon).
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SmallRig announced a new accessory ecosystem for Ricoh GR IV cameras that consists of:
Please note that some of the accessories are not yet officially released and will be gradually available in the coming weeks.
PentaxRumors readers can use the exclusive discount code RUMORS for 12% off sitewide (stackable with price-drop items, but not multi-item discounts):

Here is an updated list of promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping season:

Via PhotoRumors


The Pentax 17 and Pentax Spotmatic SP film 1:1 wooden replica cameras are now 50% off for Black Friday:
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Pentax 17 35mm half-frame film camera:
Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SP SLR film camera:
Please note that each wooden Pentax camera model will be unique, with various patterns that may differ from those shown in the pictures above.

Pentax will celebrate the K-Mount 50th anniversary on December 21 – check the dedicated pages in the US, Japan, and Europe for the details (you can share a photo taken with any K-mount camera, along with the story behind it):

I received this press announcement for what appears to be a new Pentax ESPIO 140 compact film camera:

While I am not sure about the authenticity of the above press release (old date?), I would like to remind you that the original Ricoh plan from 2022 for Pentax film cameras included three different models: